Carlos Alcaraz's Sunday's US Open triumph earned him a sixth Major title at 22! The young gun bested the defending champion Jannik Sinner in four sets and added $5 million to his already impressivecareer earnings.
The latest financial boost pushed the Spanish star past the $50 million mark in prize money. At only 22, Carlos has joined an elite group of players who have reached this milestone.
Alcaraz shares the achievement with legends like Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Andy Murray and Alexander Zverev.
The milestone highlights Carlos' rapid rise in our sport, reaching an incredible number only four years after lifting his first ATP trophy! Since his professional debut, he has consistently performed at the highest level.
With deep runs at Majors and Masters 1000 events, the young gun has steadily increased his tournament winnings year by year. To make things even better, the $50 million figure reflects only tournament prize money.
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His earning from sponsorships or exhibition matches like at the Six Kings Slam are not included. Carlos now sits among tennis royalty, with career earnings surpassing those of all players under 25 and steadily closing in on other legends who dominate the all-time prize money list.
Novak Djokovic stands alone at the top with over $190 million. Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer follow their greatest rival with $134 million and $130 million. Serena Williams is on respectable $94 million.
Alcaraz will pass Alexander Zverev soon, and he will catch Andy Murray's $64 million next year if he maintains this incredible pace. The Spaniard will chase another huge check at the upcoming Six Kings Slam in Riyadh in October.
